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Exotica: Petshop Simulator

PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2024

Should you play it?

Exotica is a simulation game where you run an exotic pet shop in the city.

What works

  • Unique pet shop simulation concept
  • Wide variety of animals
  • Relaxing and engaging gameplay
  • Frequent developer updates
  • Good value for price

Things to keep in mind

  • Optimization and performance issues
  • Numerous bugs and glitches
  • Limited customization and automation
  • Repetitive gameplay leading to boredom
  • Slow progression and inventory management frustrations

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How to read the map This is a polar difference map: direction = which motivation differs, and distance = how much (same units as the sidebar deltas).

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Exotica: Petshop Simulator: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Violence, Fantasy, Story, Thrill. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Leadership, Idle. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Exploration.

Last update: 25/08/2026